Announcement
Belfast Ready for Fleadh Cheoil Celebration
Thousands of musicians, performers and visitors are expected to arrive as Belfast prepares to host one of the world's largest celebrations of traditional Irish music.
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Announcement
End of an Era: BBC Introducing Stage Leaves Reading & Leeds
After 18 years of showcasing emerging talent, the BBC Introducing Stage will no longer be part of Reading & Leeds Festival, marking the end of one of the UK's most influential platforms for new artists.
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Announcement
Who Deals with Monday Morning?
The festival may be over, but for cleanup crews, volunteers, charities, and local communities, the work is only just beginning. What happens to the tents, chairs, and camping gear left behind when everyone heads home?
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Announcement
Reading & Leeds Continues to Evolve Ahead of Festival Season
As preparations ramp up for one of the UK's biggest music events, Reading & Leeds Festival continues to evolve through infrastructure improvements, new artist initiatives, and enhanced experiences designed for today's festival audiences.
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Announcement
Belfast Prepares to Welcome Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann
Belfast is making final preparations to host Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann, one of the world's largest celebrations of traditional Irish music, bringing together thousands of musicians, performers, and visitors for a landmark cultural event.
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Announcement
Bonnaroo Takes a Break: When Weather Forces a Festival to Pause
After years of severe weather disruption and storm damage, Bonnaroo has announced it will not return in 2027. The decision highlights a growing challenge facing outdoor festivals worldwide: how to adapt to an increasingly unpredictable climate.
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Announcement
When the Music Stops: Who Cleans Up the Festival?
The festival may be over, but for cleanup crews, volunteers, charities, and local communities, the work is only just beginning. What happens to the tents, sleeping bags, bottles, and camping gear left behind after thousands head home?
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Announcement
What Happened to Leave No Trace?
Monday morning. The festival is over, the rain is falling, and the train home is waiting. So why are thousands of tents left behind every year? Has festival camping become disposable, or is there more to the story? From abandoned campsites to changing consumer habits, we explore how convenience, affordability, and culture are reshaping the festival experience.
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Announcement
🎬 Outdoor Cinema Event Cancelled Due to Weather Forecast
Organisers have cancelled the highly anticipated outdoor cinema event after forecasts predicted wet and windy conditions.
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